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At Lion Business Co., we provide professional nominee services that add strategic flexibility, privacy, and governance support to your corporate structures.
These services are designed for international companies, entrepreneurs, holding structures, and family offices that seek effective operational separation without compromising compliance.
What Are Nominee Services?
A nominee service is a professional arrangement where a third party (nominee) is appointed in a public or legal role on behalf of a beneficial owner.
Common nominee roles include:
- Nominee Director – appears on corporate records but acts under the instructions of the beneficial owner
- Nominee Shareholder – holds shares on behalf of the beneficial owner
- Registered Agent / Corporate Secretary – official point of contact for legal jurisdictions
Nominee services do not transfer beneficial ownership. They are used for administrative, privacy, legal, and governance purposes.
Why Use Nominee Services?
Nominee services can be useful when you want:
Privacy Protection
Reduce public visibility of owners or directors
Administrative Convenience
Ensure local representation in required jurisdictions
Corporate Governance Support
Maintain compliance with statutory obligations
Continuity & Business Succession
Avoid disruptions during sensitive leadership transitions
Jurisdictional Requirements
Meet local directorship or address requirements for companies
Companies with complex structures, cross-border operations, and family holdings often benefit from this flexibility.
Nominee Director
A Nominee Director is a designated corporate director who acts in accordance with the instructions of the beneficial owners.
This arrangement is commonly used to:
- Fulfill local directorship requirements
- Maintain regulatory compliance
- Facilitate corporate governance
- Provide administrative continuity
Nominee Directors do not exercise independent decision-making on strategic matters; all decisions are determined by the beneficial owner or governance framework.
Key Benefits
- Local compliance without local shareholders
- Faster corporate administration
- Professional oversight of statutory filings
- Confidentiality for strategic owners
Nominee Shareholder
A Nominee Shareholder holds shares on behalf of a beneficial owner. The beneficial owner retains all economic rights, including:
- Dividend rights
- Control over voting instructions
- Ultimate beneficial ownership
Nominee shareholders are used to simplify corporate structures, improve confidentiality, and ensure ease of administration in jurisdictions that require local share participation.
Key Benefits
- Public privacy for actual beneficial owners
- Legal adherence to shareholding requirements
- Efficient holding structure management
How Our Nominee Service Works
We follow a structured, compliance-driven approach:
Initial Assessment
Service Proposal
Execution & Documentation
Ongoing Support
- Understand ownership, corporate goals, jurisdictions, and compliance needs.
- Define nominee role, service fees, agreement terms, and governance boundaries.
- Sign nominee service agreements, board resolutions (where needed), and provide statutory filings.
- Continuous statutory compliance and liaison support.
Benefits of Using Lion Business Co Nominee Services
Clients work with us because we provide:
Global nominee solutions tailored to your jurisdictions
Professional service agreements with clear governance
Trusted network of licensed service providers
Ongoing statutory and compliance support
Confidential, structured execution
Nominee services are ideal when governance, presence, and operational simplicity matter.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Find quick answers to the most common questions about our company formation, banking, and consulting services.
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Yes. Most international jurisdictions allow 100% foreign ownership, even if you are not a resident or citizen. Incorporation typically requires only a passport, proof of address, and basic business details. Some jurisdictions may require a local secretary or registered address, which Lion Business Co. can provide.
In most cases, no. Hong Kong, BVI, Seychelles, Singapore, UAE free zones, and several EU jurisdictions allow fully remote incorporation. Documents are submitted electronically, and certified copies are prepared by Lion’s team. Only a few countries require in-person verification.
Yes. Hong Kong allows 100% foreign ownership and does not require local residency for directors or shareholders. Both individuals and foreign companies can register Hong Kong entities, making it one of the most foreign-friendly jurisdictions in Asia.
Hong Kong operates a two-tier tax system:
8.25% on the first HKD 2 million of profits
16.5% on profits above that
However, offshore income may qualify for 0% tax if no Hong Kong-sourced activities are conducted.
8.25% on the first HKD 2 million of profits
16.5% on profits above that
However, offshore income may qualify for 0% tax if no Hong Kong-sourced activities are conducted.